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Conditions Treated:
The human foot is a biological masterpiece. It comprises an intricate combination of 26 bones, 33 joints, over 100 ligaments, and a network of tendons, nerves and blood vessels working together to establish the graceful synergy that is walking and running.
The immense pressure placed upon our feet each and every step of every day causes many superficial ailments for the feet. Below is a short list of such ailments associated with day to day wear and tear on the feet.
Ingrown Toenails (including Nail Surgery)
The effect diabetes has on the feet can be, and often is, dramatic to say the least. Many people are aware that people with diabetes often end up with toes, feet or legs being amputated.
The reason for this is that diabetes can decrease your ability to feel pain within your feet, to the point that that you could literally walk around with a nail in your foot for days or weeks, without knowing it was there.
On top of this loss of protective sensation, diabetes can also reduce the amount of blood getting to the feet and toes. If the circulation is significantly impeded, any injury, be it by the nail mentioned above or even just a small scratch, may not heal. This can lead to infection that can then lead to amputation.
Now, this is the most important sentence in this whole section: major complications such as amputations can, and unfortunately all too often do, happen with diabetes; but they do not have to!
There is nothing written in stone that being diagnosed with diabetes will lead to foot problems and possible amputations.
When circulation and sensation is reduced within the body there are no major warning signs. This is another reason why there are so many foot complications attributable to diabetes. In many people's minds it is hard to justify going to a podiatrist when everything feels fine. In the case of diabetes, this mindset is wrong.
Everybody diagnosed with diabetes should have, at the minimum, an annual Diabetic Foot Assessment with your podiatrist. This assessment can help to identify deficiencies in circulation and protective sensation in order to prevent potential major problems.
Bunions are large bumps on the inside of the foot, at the joint just below the big toe (the 1st metatarso-phalangeal joint). Bunions are usually a combination of abnormal bone growth and a bursal sac (soft tissue fluid sac).
Bunions often cause the big toe to deviate towards the outside of the foot, sometimes causing the 2nd toe to lift up and sit on top of the big toe.
Development of bunions is influenced by genetics, abnormal foot function and footwear. Whilst footwear is not the single greatest cause of bunions, it will exacerbate any genetic and/or biomechanical influences you have.
Bunions are often not painful on their own. Footwear and abnormal foot function are usually the cause of pain associated with bunions. These influences can be addressed by your podiatrist.
Surgical correction/removal of bunions can be performed by an orthopaedic surgeon. This may be sought due to aesthetics or due to the bunion not allowing normal function of the associated joint. Bunion surgery is often painful and has a long recovery time. Moreover, bunions can reoccur even after surgery.
Your podiatrist can discuss common implications of surgery, how they can aid in recovery, and advise on surgeons who commonly perform such procedures.
A Taylor's Bunion, or Bunionette, forms on the outside of the foot at the 5th metatarso-phalangeal joint (just below the little toe). The causes and implications of a Taylor's bunion are similar to above; although far fewer require surgical treatment.
Corns & Calluses
Corns and calluses are a build up of hard skin as a response to abnormal pressure or friction.
Calluses form to protect skin exposed to excessive pressure. Ironically, this often results in increased pressure and therefore pain. Removal of calluses is completely painless.
Corns are also a form of hard skin, but they are much denser than calluses. In fact, as any current or previous sufferers will testify to, corns are so dense that they feel like a small pebble or shard of glass within the foot.
There are several different types of corns, all of which form by excessive direct or indirect pressure. As with calluses, removal of corns is completely painless. This may be hard to believe considering how much discomfort and disability they can cause.
Your podiatrist can remove corns and calluses completely, without pain, even at your first consultation. That is the easy part. The harder part of treating corns and calluses is preventing a recurrence. This involves identification of the abnormal pressure that caused the corn or callus in the first place, and modification of this pressure. This can be as simple as a small silicone toe wedge made by your podiatrist, or as comprehensive as a customised shoe inlay or orthotic.
Ingrown Toenails (including Nail Surgery)
Ingrown toenails are a very common, painful condition where the corners or edges of a nail dig into the soft skin of your toe. Infection occurs frequently due to feet providing an optimum growth environment for microscopic bugs.
If you have, or think you have, an ingrown toenail apply an antiseptic to the nail edge and make an appointment with your podiatrist as soon as possible. Your podiatrist will remove the offending nail edge with minimal discomfort and advise on further antiseptic application required.
One or two follow-up appointments are often required to prevent a recurrence.
If your toenail continues to grow in such a way that ingrown nails are likely to be a frequent occurrence, your podiatrist can permanently remove the offending portion of nail with a minor surgical procedure under local anaesthetic.
Plantar Warts
Warts occur commonly on the feet and can be difficult to treat. Unlike many dermatological conditions that present superficially on the feet, warts are caused by a virus, known as the Human Papilloma Virus.
As the cause of a wart is systemic (i.e. a virus), removal of the wart does not guarantee it will not reoccur. All wart treatments, ranging from ointments to surgical removal, aim to trigger the body's immune system to develop a resistance to the virus. There is no cure for the virus at present.
Your podiatrist can advise on appropriate treatment of plantar warts.
Cracked Heels
Dry, cracked heels are usually caused by hereditary factors, wearing backless shoes and walking barefoot. Your podiatrist can painlessly remove the hard skin and advise on how you can control the problem. Daily application of a heel balm and regular use of a pumice stone can aid in preventing a build-up of hard, cracked skin.
Fungal Nails
Fungal nail infection, or onychomycosis, is a very common foot condition. Fungus requires a warm, humid, dark environment to grow, making feet a perfect breeding ground.
Infection occurs underneath the surface of the nail. It will often cause white, yellow or brown nail discolouration, thickening of the affected nails, and at times a foul odour.
Fungal infection occurs more frequently in later life as your body's natural defenses are preoccupied maintaining overall health and well-being. Injury to a nail, frequent use of nail polish and excessive perspiration within the feet will all increase the chance of infection.
Your podiatrist can advise on fungal treatment and assist with care of hard to cut fungal nails.
Thick Nails
Thick toe nails are very common and hard to manage. The cause of thick toe nails is nearly always attributable to some form of damage to the nail matrix. The nail matrix is located behind the portion of nail that is visible and is where the nail grows from.
Damage can be in the form of an acute trauma such as a cow treading on the toe or by dropping a heavy object on the toe. Damage can also occur from a much milder trauma that is repeated constantly. This may be from poor fitting footwear of from pressure placed on toe nails in the instances of clawed and hammer toes.
Infection to the nail bed, often fungal, can also cause damage to the nail matrix.
Your podiatrist can easily and painlessly reduce the thickness of the affected nails, making them much more comfortable and easy to manage. Unfortunately however, the damage to the nail matrix is often irreparable and the nails will eventually become thick again.
Athlete's Foot (Tinea)
Athlete's foot is a skin disease caused by fungus. It is a form of tinea that is characterised by dry, itchy, scaly skin either on the soles of the feet or between the toes (particularly the smallest toes).
Feet provide the perfect environment for fungal growth, that being warmth, humidity and darkness. Moist environments around pools and in showers and locker rooms facilitate fungal transfer between people.
Athlete's Foot can lead to fungal infection in other body regions, either by scratching and direct transfer to other body parts, or through contaminated bed sheets.
Your podiatrist can advise on treatment and prevention of Athlete's Foot.
Blisters are a classic case where prevention is a lot easier than cure. Blisters form due to friction between your skin and your shoe. Poor fitting shoes, or shoes that don't conform perfectly to your feet, will increase the chance of blister formation.
When new shoes are purchased, wear them for half an hour, take them off and check for any red marks. These red marks will indicate where blisters may form.
A small piece if rigid sports tape placed over the susceptible area will work wonders in preventing blisters.
If blisters do occur, your podiatrist can help provide speedy resolve.
Cramping of Legs & Feet
Cramping of legs and feet are relatively common and often misunderstood. The information on cramps changes as often as you change your bed sheets.
It is known that cramps are caused by dehydration, low levels of certain minerals (magnesium, potassium, calcium, and sodium), reduced blood flow to the muscles, pregnancy, and other conditions such as thyroid disease and multiple sclerosis.
The problem comes with trying to determine which of these factors are the true cause of the muscle cramps. Your podiatrist can discuss these factors with you to try to determine the cause; and refer you on for further tests if required.


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by Cara Cecilio
Brooklyn-Old School Style
Brooklyn, old school.
Brooklyn, new school.
The difference?
I might have some idea.
Beyond the broken windows,
Beyond the broken gates,
The sun shines,
Like a golden plate.
It reflects on a garden,
Full of beautiful, lively, flowers,
Waiting patiently,
For the April showers.
The worn old rags and dresses,
Francie called clothes,
Now we have Abercrombie, and Von Dutch,
Oh Yeah! Those!
Hair was cut short,
That was, when Francie was older, the style.
Now a lot of people have long hair, rather than short,
And the people with long hair run out the people with short hair, by a mile.
Clothes were not important,
Not with the money they had,
Even a waste of pennies, worth nothing today,
Would make every family mad.
Francie didn't have clothes she really wanted, until she got a job.
Times were very hard.
Now I shop for cool clothes, often,
Because it's all on my dad's credit card.
Brooklyn, old school
Brooklyn, new school.
The difference?
I have some ideas.
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Created by two entrepreneurs, Julie Le Goff and Raphael Cottin, Pomelaw is the first business law firm in France 100% online. These two lawyers decided to set up their own web-based structure following their experiences in the biggest French law firms in business law.
Just in the choice of the name, we feel a desire to shake the codes: "We did not want a denomination such as X and associates," said Raphael Cottin.
Democratizing access to law
Both founders realized that today, more than half of companies do not have access to the legal expertise of a lawyer. This reality mainly affects small structures, including startups, thus penalizing entrepreneurs. The reason behind this is that law firms are pricing that is lacking in transparency and accessibility.
Pomelaw aims to offer through its website an affordable price of legal services enabling companies to structure themselves legally and secure their economic activities.
100% online: how does it work?
Pomelaw offers four different services in the field of business law, namely expertise in contract law, company law, social and intellectual property law.
The startup works under the system of online subscriptions, which make it possible to reduce by 25% the price of a service without a subscription. An annual commitment costs € 99 per month, but the tariff is decreasing if the same customer entrusts several companies to Pomelaw.
Moreover, a digital dashboard is updated throughout the service, so that the client and the lawyer have constant access to the legal information and their evolutions. This service aims to respond to the very wide criticism often issued to traditional law firms, namely the lack of responsiveness.
In short, everything seems to be designed with a view to transparency of information and accessibility for companies.
Become a national player
Launched last year, Pomlaw records daily demand formulations and hundreds of visits to their website. Their ambition is to continue to develop, to become a national actor. In the course of 2017, they hoped to open "law firm boutiques" in several provincial cities, in order to democratize their services as much as possible.
Will they revolutionize and digitize the legal world?


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Jen is a music addict who finds solace in live shows. Any environment where you feel a vibe from the performer is exactly where she wants to be. She was raised on the Beach Boys and Billy Joel while she grew up in Southern New Jersey right outside of Philadelphia.
During her brief time at Penn State she discovered great independent artists such as The Clarks and Pat McGee Band. This of course led to the life altering experience of The Rock Boat, a floating music festival on a cruise line with 20-30 bands. After, she found that all she could think about was music and the community that surrounds it.
Having recently graduated from Full Sail University with a Bachelors in Entertainment Business, Jen now works in the music industry helping independent artists develop their careers. By joining her love of music and her passion for writing, she is able to bring the very best in music reviews and industry information to Wordkrapht. She is the site's resident goofball and is currently working towards a Master's degree in sarcasm. WORDKRAPHT is a place for fun, passionate music fans and Jen is the perfect example of someone who knows how to bring those people together.


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From the second you press play on a Majid Jordan song, you're transported into another world. Whether your initial experience was, like many, their appearance on Drake's 'Hold On, We're Going Home', or even before that under their former alias Good People, that first taste whisks you away and drops you into the imaginations of Majid Al Maskati and Jordan Ullman. Neon lights, fast cars and romance, a world that owes as much to the tech-noir and science fiction of the 80's as it does to cutting edge trends and contemporary pop culture: with Majid Jordan in your headphones, something as mundane as walking to the grocery store becomes a cinematic adventure.
The duo are currently at home in Toronto where they're taking some time to catch up with friends. This rare break lands between the release of their second album, 'The Space Between', and its accompanying world tour, which kicks off in January in Montreal, and doesn't conclude until they return for a homecoming show in April. "We're enjoying life," says Jordan. "We're living in the actual present." Even so, as they allow themselves some time to soak in their hometown, the duo are constantly awash with inspiration. "Once [the album] is out you have something else to focus on, to start dreaming of," says Majid. "So right now that's what our conversations have been about. There's really no breathing time. We're enjoying the time we have right now and it's like 'OK, next we have these live shows coming up.' [Thinking about] how to tie everything together."
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We're enjoying life... We're living in the actual present.
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27-year-old Majid and 24-year-old Jordan first met in 2011, when the former was celebrating his 21st birthday at popular Toronto nightlife spot, the Beaconsfield, and an underage Jordan tagged along with his older cousin. After discovering a mutual passion for music - Majid as a vocalist, and Jordan a producer - they'd begin experimenting together, finding their unique blend of R&B, pop, house and film score in college dorm rooms at the University Of Toronto. Three weeks after the end of term, before Majid was scheduled to return home to Bahrain for the Summer, the pair holed up in Jordan's parents house, where they completed their debut EP 'afterhours'.
The eight track set existed only 24 hours on SoundCloud before the pair were contacted by Noah '40' Shebib, the producer behind Drake and co-founder of his OVO Sound label. While the pair were unfamiliar with 40 at the time, he's gone on to make a huge impact on both of them since; not only for signing them, but also as a mentor. "[He's taught us that] what you give in this world is what you get back," says Majid. "He's so generous with his time, experience, and knowledge, that I hope to be able to do that for one person in my life, let alone a group of people [as 40 has]." Within a year of signing with OVO Sound in 2013, Majid Jordan had put their stamp on the label's sonics, co-writing and guesting on Drake's triple-platinum hit 'Hold On, We're Going Home', as well as assisting him in writing 'Mine' for Beyoncé's self-titled album.
Their third release on the label, following acclaimed EP 'A Place Like This' and a self-titled debut album, 'The Space Between' continues to build upon their unique brand of late night jams. Tracks like 'What You Do to Me' leave you thinking that maybe love really can save the world, while the infectious rhythm of 'Body Talk' is perfectly crafted for dance floor flirtation. Sex is often at the centre of the songs, but without the vulgarity that's become commonplace amongst their peers.
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Unfazed by anything that's going on around them, Majid Jordan's creative process is based entirely around pleasing their own tastes, and they seem genuinely appreciative whenever it's mentioned that their songs have found a place in other people's lives. Even after releasing a second full-length body of work on a major label, their ambitions remain humble. "There's always a cool moment when people are listening to music and then they meet someone else who [they don't realise] has also heard the same music. They put it on and the other person is like 'Oh my God. That song! You know that song?'" describes Majid. "I hope that moment happens for some people."
Majid Jordan's music is communal. You can play it in your headphones as you go about your daily business, and it becomes the soundtrack to your life. But you're also going to want to pass it along and share it with those who you deem like-minded, to bring them closer and express your commonality. It's viral, not in the sense of being a here-today-gone-tomorrow online success, but because it lives and breathes, finding its way to the right listeners over time, without having to exploit Internet trends.
This is partly thanks to the openness of the writing: nothing feels too specific to apply to your own life narrative, and Majid Jordan are both happy for their music to be interpreted in whatever way best suits the listeners needs. "[When a song is released] I think it becomes elevated," says Jordan. "It's a great moment, as an artist, to see it actually become something with a real title, something that people can listen to on the road. That change is amazing."
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The listeners and fans, they take those songs and give new life to them.
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I tell the pair that my wife and I had 'Learn From Each Other', from their first album, played during our wedding ceremony last summer. We chose the song for the celebration of mutual growth in the chorus, although the verses have Majid singing in past tense to a lover that's since left him. "I think that's how [songs] should be," agrees Majid. "The fact that you played that song at your wedding - when we made that song we weren't thinking that would be something that could happen. It's amazing that these moments are happening. We're happy to keep working on the music ourselves and seeing what life these songs can take on. The listeners and fans, they take those songs and give new life to them."
This evolution - occurring as the song is exchanged between creator and consumer - is at the crux of the new album. "That's what I think 'The Space Between' is, even just as a title," says Majid. "It's more about the feeling that the song gives you, than the exact direction that it's pointing in."
Understandably it can be difficult for a creative to share their work with the public, leaving it vulnerable for evaluation and interpretation. However, with the release of 'The Space Between' neither Majid nor Jordan suffered any reservations. "We were really ready with this album," says Jordan. "We're not sitting here like, 'Aah, I wish I'd added this to 'Gave Your Love Away'' or 'I wish I'd changed this on 'OG Heartthrob.'' I haven't had one of those feelings, and when you walk away from a project [like that] it's very rare."
Majid believes that this is down to the fact that the creation process was somewhat intuitive, and many of the songs still sound very similar to the demos formed in their initial sessions. "Every song and every project is different," he clarifies. "Sometimes you have this one idea but you're just not satisfied with the way it comes out, those ideas sit for longer. It's good to take time on certain things, because they can take experience and life in order to materialise."
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Success is greatest when it's shared, that's the truth.
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This patience, and a deep understanding of time's effect on art, feels key to Majid Jordan's work and success. Their goal is to create something timeless and original, but equally accessible and universal. It's no mean feat - a balancing act of subtleties that can't be achieved in a hurry. "I think that's something that develops over time with the more music we create," offers Majid. "It's something we're moving towards every day. It's not something that you can wake up with. It takes time, and we're willing to put in that time to learn."
Rather than looking to market trends and worrying about keeping up with their peers, Majid Jordan are focussed on longevity when they step into the studio. Their focus is on how their creations will fare a decade from release, rather than concerning themselves with first week sales figures. "In ten years, how is that moment going to translate?" Majid asks out loud, before answering himself: "It's almost like we're trapping it in this capsule. I think that's amazing, and I love that it's a moment in time for both of us, that we have together. Success is greatest when it's shared, that's the truth." "That's when you feel what it is," Jordan affirms, as our conversation concludes. "Success is different for everybody, and I feel like for Maj and I, we've just really enjoyed watching the world listen for the first time. That's success to us."
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Words: Grant Brydon
Photography: Norman Wong
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School is back in session this week in South Florida which can be chaos for drivers during their commute to work. Commuters love the summertime because they know there will be no delays at crosswalks, no school zones and less traffic overall. During the first week of school, there is an increased risk of transportation related injuries for children due to pedestrian, bicycle, school bus, and motor vehicle accidents.
Back To School Safety Tips
Here are a few things to consider and be aware of, especially for the first week back to school.
- Give yourself a few extra minutes to get to work due to increased traffic, school bus stops and school zones.
- Keep an eye out for young pedestrians that are paying more attention to their cell phones than their route to school and the hazards they are facing.
- Put your own cell phone away while you are driving. Looking down for just 3 seconds could cost someone their life.
- Stop fully at all stop signs and crosswalks. It is illegal to pass through a stationary stop sign or one held by a crossing guard.
- Obey all school zones and keep in mind the speed limit in South Florida is generally between 15-20 mph during designated times of the day.
According to the National Safety Council, most of the children who lose their lives in bus-related incidents are between the ages of 4 and 7, and they are walking at the time of the incident. They are either hit by the bus, or by a motorist illegally passing a stopped bus.
A new school year is also a time for newly licensed drivers to commute to school. This can be exciting for them, but also dangerous. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, teens are more likely than older drivers to underestimate dangerous situations or not be able to recognize hazardous situations. New drivers can be distracted more easily and are more prone to getting into a car accident since they are not as experienced. A new school year and using a new method of transportation could stress teens out and increase their risk of speeding to make it on time. As an experienced motorist, be aware of newly licensed drivers before and after school hours. Teen drivers, especially those with other teen passengers are at a higher risk of being in a crash.
Please keep all the students safe by taking extra precautions and stay alert while you are driving. With a little extra care and attention, we can all make it to our destination safely. At Cutler Rader, P.L. we care.


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First of all, THANK YOU to everyone for your congratulations and support over the past week. Ian and I are incredibly blessed to be surrounded by so many loving friends and family who share in our excitement to start this new chapter in our lives. The plans have been moving along fabulously--our big day will be July 9th, 2011, appropriately the day of our 3-year-and-5-month anniversary! The ceremony site, reception venue, and dress have been checked off the list already. (Wanna see the dress? HAHAAAAAA nice try!)
Ever since talk of marriage entered the picture with me and Ian, we always knew that our celebration wouldn't be expensive and lavish. Both of us being the thrifty individuals that we are, we both know that you don't have to spend tens of thousands of dollars to make your day special. Since the beginning of college, I've been accumulating crafty wedding ideas in my journal, on everything from centerpieces to invitations to decorations. And now, since wedding dreams are slowly becoming a reality, my artsy instincts are exploding with ideas to have an economical, cheap, and UNIQUE wedding!
My favorite mode of procrastination these days has been perusing DIY wedding websites and blogs to gather ideas.
Some of my favorites:
Here are some ideas I love....obviously once the decor decisions are made I gotta be hush-hush (we want the day to be a surprise now, don't we?), but I just want to show you how fun and funky cheap weddings can be.
Unfortunately, no one notified Penn State that I am a bride-to-be and have wedding things on my mind and that schoolwork just isn't as fun as that.
Love you all!


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Medications and first aid supplies: Emergency and disaster preparedness
During emergency situations and disasters, it is important to have a supply of medications, first aid supplies and back-up power for medical equipment if used. It is important to consult your doctor and insurance company regarding the process of acquiring extra medications and supplies in case of emergencies. It is also important to create several copies of your prescriptions in case you require refills after an emergency or disaster.
Always check your first aid kit
Your first aid kit for emergencies and disasters must be checked regularly to ensure that the supplies are enough. It is best to create an inventory of your supplies that you have on hand and add more if needed. Do not forget that you should also include supplies for daily use.
During emergencies or disasters, it is comforting to know that you have planned ahead of time and have all the items that you need. When stocking up on your first aid kit, makes sure that all the essentials are present since it will surely come in handy when you need it the most.
When supplying your first aid kit, there are several medications that you have to include. Initially, you have to review your medications needs as well as those required by other family members. You can use a separate container for the medications to keep them organized. Make sure that these medications are kept dry, cool and away from direct exposure to light. It is best to rotate the medications in your kit with your medication refills to ensure that the medications will not go past beyond their expiration date.
Medications to include in your first aid kit:
- High blood pressure medications
- Heart medications
- Insulin
- Contact lenses and supplies
- Denture supplies
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A man who spent seven years in prison for a murder he maintained he did not commit has had his conviction quashed by judges.
Sam Hallam, now 24, was at the Court of Appeal in London to hear the announcement by Lady Justice Hallett, Mr Justice Openshaw and Mr Justice Spencer that his conviction was "unsafe".
He was released on bail by the three judges on Wednesday after prosecutors said they were not opposing his appeal.
Mr Hallam, of Hoxton, east London, sat in the public gallery with his mother Wendy Cohen as the judges gave their reasons for their decision.
The conviction was overturned in the light of fresh evidence relating to his alibi and identification.
There was applause and shouts of "justice" as the announcement was made.
Mr Hallam was 18 when he was found guilty at the Old Bailey in October 2005 of the murder of 21-year-old trainee chef Essayas Kassahun.
Sam Hallam pictured outside the Court of Appeal with his mother
Mr Kassahun died after being attacked by a group of youths on the St Luke's estate in Clerkenwell, London, in October 2004.
Mr Hallam, who lost a conviction appeal in 2007 and was serving a minimum term of 12 years before his release on bail, always denied being at the murder scene.
The prosecution case against him was based mainly on the evidence of two witnesses who said they were at the scene. There was no forensic evidence linking him to the attack.
Since his conviction, Mr Hallam's family and friends had mounted a high-profile campaign insisting he was innocent.
In a statement read outside court by Paul May, who led the campaign to free him, Mr Hallam said: "I don't want anyone else ever to suffer what I've been through since October 2004.
Justice has long been denied to me but it has now finally prevailed.
Sam Hallam
"The identification evidence against me was so unreliable it should have never been put to the jury.
"The Metropolitan Police should have followed up leads which would have proved my innocence of the terrible murder of Essayas Kassahun.
"They should have disclosed all the relevant evidence in their possession to my lawyers and they didn't.
"I now need time to recover with my family and friends from the nightmare I've suffered for the last seven-and-a-half years. Justice has long been denied to me but it has now finally prevailed."
Actor Ray Winstone, whose nephew Bobby Hopwood is Mr Hallam's best friend, criticised the police and demanded answers.
He said: "So why did an innocent man serve seven years? For me it is the disgraceful unprofessional action of the police involved in this case.
"Action that has caused a terrible stress within the family of the Hallams."
Actor Ray Winstone has demanded answers over the case
Mr Winstone said Mr Hallam's family had been left "broken-hearted" by the "tragic suicide of Sam's father". Terry Hallam was found hanged in October 2010.
He said: "Sam is free, but has lost seven years of his young life. The family can now hopefully rebuild their lives. But they can't bring Sam's dad back."
He added: "Someone must answer for this outrageous miscarriage of justice."
The 24-year-old's case came before the appeal judges after it was referred by the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC), which investigates possible miscarriages of justice.
The judges were told on Wednesday that Mr Hallam was the victim of a "serious miscarriage of justice".
His lawyer, Henry Blaxland, said it had been brought about by a combination of factors, including a failure by police to properly investigate Mr Hallam's alibi and by a non-disclosure of material by the prosecution that "could have supported his case".
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After many months of work behind the scenes by the Director, the Board, the staff and the creative team, Hill-Stead's new website was officially launched on Monday. So why is this this newsworthy for my blog? Because I created a significant number of the images in the majority of the sections to help showcase the Museum at it's best.
Instead of standing behind a velvet rope or peering though a glass cabinet, I have the privilege of working closely with Melanie Anderson Bourbeau, Curator and Director of Interpretative Programming to photograph many of the priceless treasures at close range.
Sometimes the photographs were taken in situ in the rooms (just as the occupants left them when the property was bequeathed) which meant dealing with the vagaries of the changing light as the weather played havoc, trying to control shafts of sunlight, trying to make an exposure in very low light or avoiding any risks of moving delicate precious objects. It's quite soothing to work quietly in these wonderful spaces, tuning in to the rhythmic, soothing tick of the heritage clocks. One can almost imaging the family about to make a grand entrance after a fancy outing or striding on the grounds. Oh yes, I photographed those glorious grounds and people enjoying events too but it was the interiors that required so much dedicated time to document properly.
In this context I was photographing the Monets' Manets, Whisters, Cassats and other classic Impressionist Paintings in addition to detailed prints by Durer, Paranesi, Bracquemond, Millet and so many more. Sculpture, clocks, furniture, textiles and fragile books make the home feel inviting because they are objects the family appreciated daily.
Requiring considerably more equipment to set up for controlled lighting situations was the macro work to concentrate on the beauty of the Decorative Arts. I really loved the challenge of lighting the silver and glass to control reflections. Clocks and boxes have such intricate workmanship but I particularly liked the Asian souvenirs, especially since it's a region I know well. I expect most viewers won't realize what goes into creating a well light staged set but it certainly took me back to college days in the studio as I earned my degree.
In a future blog post I will show some of the set-ups we used to create the controlled light for the macro shots. For now, it's satisfying to see how my photography can help raise the profile of a museum I support in many other tangible ways. Now I just need to upgrade my own website..... As they say, the cobbler's children have no shoes. Anyway I can't dwell on what's not there today because tomorrow's clients deserve a fresh focus! Some sleep now and a new start tomorrow.
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Confessions, it seems, are not only restricted to church. Especially when those lending an ear or a shoulder to cry on are our intimate strangers - business people we may barely know, but to whom we bare all.
They know about our gray hairs, so we tell them about the blond ones found on our husband`s shirt collar. They know about our drinking habits, so we tell them about those margaritas shared with that cute - and married - hunk from the office. They do our taxes, so we tax them with our non-financial woes.
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Originally posted by michael1983l
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So im a facist for expecting those that have been LONG TERM unemplpyed to actually do something fpr their free housing and cash they are handed by the tax payer. I guess im a fascist then.
Originally posted by ObservingYou
If thats the case, why did you mention those younger generations in such a *nonchalant* manner?
Originally posted by ObservingYou
There are 2.8 million under 21's out of work living off £51 getting the brunt of most the blame game, when they have done nothing wrong except leave school and realised there are NO jobs.
Originally posted by ObservingYou
I wasn't specifically saying you blamed them either..Sorry if it sounded that way.
Originally posted by ObservingYou
It might also be worthy to point out one cannot go into full time college and sign on... Hence many young people have found them selves unable to attend college due to the fact it will cost them travel and food...and yet they have no money.... whats one to doo aye...??
Originally posted by michael1983l
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The same thing i did when i was at college. Work in mcdonalds the hours you are not at college. I was handed nothing for free by the government when i qas 18 and i got by ok. What makes the current generation think they should get everything for free?
Originally posted by stumason
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Do explain how working in return for state benefits, which can amount to a sizeable sum per month - as of April this year, benefits are capped but will still be up to £500 a week - is somehow working for free?
Originally posted by Soloprotocol
Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha...stops for breath.....Ahhh...hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha....Take yer nose out the Daily Heil for a minute before you spout Tory left wing propaganda please....500 quid a week...Ahhh...hahahahahahahahahahahaha..
Originally posted by stumason
Originally posted by ObservingYou
It might also be worthy to point out one cannot go into full time college and sign on... Hence many young people have found them selves unable to attend college due to the fact it will cost them travel and food...and yet they have no money.... whats one to doo aye...??
Ride a bike?
Ask mum for a tenner?
I find it hard to believe that the EMA had such a big impact on people going to College, but it is being used as an excuse not to go now.
I've seen interviews of people in London saying
"I can't go to da college now, innit - they don't pay my bus fair and it's bear expensive"...
But they live a mile or two away from the college... Walk you little pillock!
Originally posted by colin42
I find it very strange those saying the young need to get off their butts and do something yet when one does and gets this farce overturned in the courts the same people cry foul.
I'm not young but I am very proud of the stand this young lady made.
Originally posted by stumason
It was hardly slave labour - they were getting all their benefits in return for doing a work placement.
Neither has it been "overturned" in it's entirety but rather specific technicality has been found to be unlawful, which is going to have new regulations brought in to sort out, so this is not the end of the scheme either.
Also, it is worth noting that for the few bad apple stories like this Poundland one, you can find others where it has actually worked quite well. There are comments on the BBC article from owners of businesses where they have used this scheme and they have trained people up and even kept some people on.
Fundamentally, I do not see what is wrong with this - it is just the execution that is flawed. I've long said that people in long term unemployment (6 months +) should do some kind of work in return for their benefits, whether it be in a local store or in the community, just so they can improve their own skills, self-esteem and employability.
One of the biggest stumbling blocks for anyone who is long-term unemployed and seeking work is the huge gap on their CV. My own missus has this problem as she had a 5 year gap where she was a stay at home mum. I've had to falsify her CV using my own work history, doctored to fit her and now she is getting job offers left and right.
Article 23 as well
Originally posted by Soloprotocol
Just in case anyone has forgotten or never bothered to read about OUR Human rights...here ye go..pay particular attention to article 4..


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This has been one of the hottest summers i can remember. seeing temps reach 114 in north Texas, the rainfall at a pitiful level. the lakes are getting low most of the ranchers stock tanks are either dry or so low the fish are dying in them. Cattle prices are dropping like like Bitcoin prices. Bring on the rain!
Theres a 70% chance of an El Niño happening for winter... doesn't it usually mean colder and wetter weather for us in the Oklahoma/Texas region?? Why the forecast of a mild and dry winter?
Yes, that is my understanding too. An El Niño should mean a cooler, wetter winter in the TX region and a warmer winter up north.
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We've been very dry this year with extreme temps in the 111 mark so you guys missed the mark this year with your prediction of lots of rain and lower temps.
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Our favorite candy store! Dylan's Candy Store...Ralph Lauren's daughter
Char playing dress up in the furniture store
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Here are some crappy pics off of my phone of our apartment when we first moved in. We need to take real ones with the camera soon. Moving in was quite an adventure but the best part has been our furniture retrieval process. Pretty much if we see something we like on the street or if there is anything free on craigslist we take it. Luke and Charlene have played a huge part in our accumulation of furniture. Nate and Luke like to call it treasure hunting, and they sniff stuff out on the streets like bloodhounds. Luke's most recent find was a coat rack that has been put to great use already. Overnight it became winter here! maybe not winter, but dang cold and windy and wet! Nate's most recent find was an entertainment center. We had previously found one and had been using it, but the joy of using the streets as our furniture gallery is we can return and exchange all we want! We've been through 4 tvs now...we officially have two that work. One night a few weeks ago Nate and I decided to go buy a couch--preferably one with a bed. We had a sofa bed in mind but then we loved the one pictured above that "Nate is rocking so sauve-like". Luke and Char definitely had to be there to help us choose, but we couldn't decide between two couches and both would take 6 weeks so we just decided to go home and really measure our space. On the way home we just happened to come across a cozy little love seat that fits in our apartment perfectly! At first I was very hesitant to take someone elses couch, but they were upgrading and it wasn't too bad. We've since put a nice brown cover on it. Thanks so much Nate and Luke for haulin it up all those stairs!
The most amazing part of this entire post is that I've typed it all one handed! I accidentally stabbed my palm today while scraping brownies off of a pan...stupid me. Just last month or earlier this month I cut my finger trying to open something with a butter knife. Next time I will just soak the pan. I just feel bad because now my hand hurts and I'm completely out of commission unless I can figure out how to do laundry and dishes one handed...I'll work on it. Charlene being the amazing friend that she is went with me to the ER so I could get stitches. My first time to the hospital ever for something like this! I was terrified. I couldn't get a hold of Nate cause he was working, but Luke helped me locate a hospital in our area quickly and of course it wasn't that bad, but it certainly scared me...and now it hurts! I even had a tetanus shot. I am a wuss when it comes to shots but I handled it very well I thought. My doctor was pretty awesome. He told me I had to come up with a better story though, like saving a puppy or little children. Yeah, but No. He also told me to milk it for all its worth...flowers, chocolate, a seat on the subway! I highly doubt that a bum hand will get me a seat on the train, but on Nate's way home he did get me some of my favorite candy from Dylan's candy store. What a big Shhweetie! I shared it with Luke and Char for waiting in the waiting room for me.
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The "peaceful" Black Lives Matter mob was out in force last night in St. Louis.
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|A little harmless fun from Black Lives Matter
Several businesses in the Central West End restaurant district had their windows bashed in or damaged.
The protesters broke the windows at Mayor Lyda Krewson's home and threw red paint at her home.
The protesters broke the windows at Mayor Lyda Krewson's home and threw red paint at her home.
The St. Louis Police Department posted a list of property damage from Friday night.
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Seeds of Sowing (Rare)
Alignment: Neutral
The exact recipe of the Seeds of Sowing is known only by the chief preists of the Cult of Audrum, and is a highly guarded secret. What is known is that the seeds appear to be a mix of special soils, nutrients, plant digestives, and other unknown ingredients packed into a shape roughly the size and weight of a chicken egg. When a normal plant seed is embedded into the Seed of Sowing and planted in temperate conditions, the plant that sprouts will be a sentient life form, capable of speech and thought and with 1000 times the life-cycle length of the normal plant of that type of seed. The resulting plant is incapable of reproduction and any fruit borne by the plant will be seedless. It is rumored that the Murmuring Forest of Nerm was the result of a clumsy cultist spilling a large collection of such seeds. There are no more than 1d4 seeds found at any time.
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Nissan Cube Photo Booth Rolls Out in Japan
Do you remember the Matrix films? The movies utilized a filming style called "bullet time" that allowed cameras to capture an image in 360° and made it so a shot could look like it was moving in slow motion (or completely stopped) while the viewpoint changed. Nissan has taken the Hollywood technology and added it to a Nissan Cube in Japan to create the Cube Shutter Room.
A Proud History: Learn more about the Nissan Altima and its Bluebird origins
According to Nissan, they were inspired to create the shutter room by the growing trend of car selfies that started in the West and is moving to Asia. The car's interior edge was ringed with a series of high definition cameras to capture all angles of a great moment. How did the cameras know when to fire, however? They can tell when an occupant of the vehicle is smiling. The automaker is calling it the "Ultimate Car Selfie", and some of the photos are really entertaining.
An SUV For The Whole Family: Check out the 2016 Nissan Rogue and all of its features
Take a look at the video Nissan assembled to show how the Nissan Cube made this ultimate transformation into a sci-fi photo booth, and some of the shenanigans inside of it.
It's too bad that the Nissan Cube is no longer being sold in the United States. Perhaps the cameras could be mounted in something even cooler, like the Nissan Juke. It seems that the Cube's square shape is what helps make it the best Nissan vehicle for the job, though. If that's true, shoppers should investigate local used car lots for the perfect Nissan Cube to modify.


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A Hard Month, A Good Month
Oh my goodness, July was a whirlwind of boxes, garbage bags, take out meals, and car rides!
We went to our niece's wedding in Vegas, moved into a rental after selling our house with a lightening-quick possession, continued building our new home, and welcomed a new grandson into the world. On top of that, my parents just moved into assisted living so my sisters and I are tasked with helping to empty their old home of everything from sewing patterns to office files to endless doilies to memories.
I am not going to lie, there were many moments that I felt overwhelmed and weary. There were some quiet tears in my car and the bathroom stall at WalMart. Not sad tears, just exhausted ones. As if the thoughts I was too busy to think found a way out of my brain through my tear-ducts. I cried sorting the shoes and purses in my mom's closet, oh dear Lord I am suddenly crying AGAIN NOW remembering it.
Sidebar: I have just had the realization that my mother's closet holds such emotion for me because I used to hide there as a little girl and fantasize about the woman I might grow up to be as I touched each scarf, bead and fringe. I felt so close to the childhood version of myself this month as I returned to that place – a different closet with decades-different shoes but the same smell of roses and soap. We women define ourselves through our mothers, whether by contrast or copy. My tears that day were because I saw how I drove myself in so many ways to be the woman I wished my mother was – one that's more assertive and domineering – and to be the mother I wish I'd had (more protective and informed). I became overwhelmingly aware that by forever trying to better her I have failed to fully appreciate her for who she is, and this will need to be a new focus of direction in the years ahead.
Emotions and self-reflection continue to be one of the harder parts of life after alcohol for me – no numbing or checking out. I didn't exactly feel triggered, but I had that heightened awareness: "It would be nice to not feel this right now." I did yoga, ate things I shouldn't, cleaned things that didn't need cleaning, and walked the dog. Best of all, I'd visit our kids and grandkids and just soak their sweet presence into my soul. (I have grandkids! Plural! What else could even matter in this world?)
The first time I heard the acronym 'H.A.L.T." I cringed – I hate to see complex things reduced to mere acronyms – but there is so much truth to the notion that Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired are four of the biggest triggers. I have spent most of the past month perpetually feeling all four simultaneously. Ironically, when I feel uncomfortable I'd rather work harder than take the break that I actually need. My go-to numbing is frenzy. Whirling dervish. I feel safe when I'm in constant motion, no one can hit me with a dart of criticism – even now that I *know better* I still subconsciously hustle to avoid some imagined critic.
Here are the good things that happened this month:
1 – Recording Bubble Hour interviews has been a balm to my soul. An hour once a week to get lost in someone else's story and connect and share.
2 – Visitors – This is crazy! One of the kind strangers who encouraged me via Twitter when I first got sober emailed (5 years later) to say his family would be vacationing in this area and that we should meet up. Oklahoma and Alberta are 1600 miles apart – I never imagined we would ever meet in person. I had the pleasure of thanking this kind man and meeting his family and sharing lunch and looking into the eyes of someone who literally cheered me through those first few scary days. What a gift.
3 – Enjoying new spaces. Here is my new (temporary) home office, where I am writing this right now:
4 – My new neighbourhood, where I walk my dog 3x a day:
Gratitude is getting me through and helping to turn a rough month into a good month, and keeping me on the sober path along the way.
Posted on July 29, 2016, in Getting Sober, How I Did It, Life After Alcohol, Long Term Recovery, My UnPickled Life, Reflections on Recovery and tagged addiction, alcohol, alcoholism, alternative methods to quit drinking, anxiety, bloggers, drinking, guidance, health, moms who drink, recovery, Recovery Blogs, sober blogs, sober living, sobriety, stress, The Bubble Hour, unpickled, wine, women's issues. Bookmark the permalink. 19 Comments.
Did you use meetings? I need to add some supports. I'm reading blogs, walking some but I need to get past the witching hours on a few days. I'm early into sobriety so I am trying to get momentum. 2 days 3 days sober then drink.
I was just testing. Was having trouble commenting so " hey' is obviously not what I wanted to say.
This was great!. I'm so glad I found it and read it. I agree whole heartedly about that you said about your mother. That's what it was like for me. I constantly desired to change my mom and I secretly hated her and never fully appreciated her while she was still alive. I regret many many things about my relationship with her.
I also like to use halt. I am 5 months sober and going to AA and Working the steps with a sponsor. Some days are really hard. I'm sick in my head, surrounded by negative people places and things and my sick mind wants me dead. But I push on. I'm looking around the internet to inspire me and get me in the positive. I'm thinking about starting my own blog.
I wish you the best of luck. Your new home looks amazing. Enjoy your grandkids and your dog. Take care.
Your month was my month, Jean. We too sold our home quickly, moved in with hubby's dad, struggled to find a new place, found said place after 5 weeks, coping with recent move of 94-year-old father I moved here to a memory care unit, and the cleaning out and selling of his home 6 hours away, etc…etc…. Exhausted, like you. But unlike you, I drank 3 days ago, after 260 something alcohol free days, and many more starts and stops before that. Thanks for your post, it reminds me there are others out there doing this crazy life thing all the time, I'm not unique, and you're not drinking over any of it. Gives me hope and inspiration to start again.
Your thoughts about your mom finally put words to my feelings and struggles with my own mother (it felt like a lightbulb about the copy/contrast). Always appreciate your posts.
Wow. I needed this … All of what this post had to say… Right now. Thank you! I'm trying….
Hi again
Thanks nurse Jackie for replying, this is a strange feeling actually using a blog as I have never wrote on one before. I actually felt a bit rude to the lady who writes this blog , as I never really acknowledge what she was was discussing. I just banged on about myself.
It has taken a long time to actually put pen to paper and acknowledge that my drinking is doing me no favours. I tried AA after a couple of blackouts and although I can see the benefit for some people, it didn't suit me. Plus I live on a small island so,it's totally mortifying encountering people that you know
A in meetings
B people walking down the street while your stood outside knowing it's a AA meeting.
This is why whilst trawling around for alternative help, I stumbled on this blog. The more I read I realised this must be a better way for a very private person.
I hope you can keep going Jackie, I'm still in very early days ,but I definitely have noticed the fog starting to lift
I know there is a long hard road ahead.
Thanks again Unpickled
I'll agree, this is a little odd, this conversation in front of the world. I kind of feel like I'm cheating on my husband. Just kidding, of course. (I use humor to cover a multitude of things.) I've also attended a couple of AA meetings; not my thing. I know it's done great things for a great number of people. Came home from work with two-24oz cans of beer last night. Had half of one can and threw the rest out. Went out for dinner with the hubs and drank water. Moderation with my husband is usually the norm; he knows my struggle and how I hate myself for drinking too much. He knows I work 60 hours a week so I'm not home alone to drink. He's very encouraging and gracious; I'm thankful. But then I wonder, why would this wonderful man stick with a goof like myself? Anyway, I am super thankful for UNPICKLED. As I read through all of the posts of these tired souls, I resonate with almost all of them. It's like my new addiction 🙂 And that's a good thing! Peace to everyone today.
I couldn't do it without AA. It's a simple program. At least get the book and really read it. Pray for a miracle. You'll get what you need. Start there. Begin again. Best of luck to you.
Recovering alcoholic, Connie
"Emotions and self-reflection continue to be one of the harder parts of life after alcohol for me – no numbing or checking out".
I love this because I too am dealing with the not being able to check out part. I've been sober now for 32 months and I'm still struggling with how to use my tool box, not all the time but lately. If I'm not constantly busy and I have too much time on my hands I self reflect ALOT! I think going through the emotions and not being able to share how I'm feeling without feeling judged is what stops me from opening up to anyone. I love your blog, it feeds my soul and it helps to know someone else gets it. I don't look forward to the day I will be in your shoes cleaning out my parents home and going through all of those emotions. I have to say, being sober is way better than not. Numbing the pain seemed so much easier in the past but rediscovering yourself and moving through the tough stuff is rewarding. I wish you peace and I know you'll be just fine. One day at a time………
Hi Unpicked
I have been mulling this stop drinking for some time now and have been following this blog for months, reading different links and taking in other people's experiences.
I am a binge drinker !! I don't open a bottle every night I just don't seem to or want to stop once I start. There are times when I can drink in moderation, but on the flip side of that I can go out and loose time and space which I'm absolutely fed up of. I'm sick of trying to piece the night together and feeling wait for it SHAME
So I have stopped for two weeks so far and it is going well I think
I am very sporty so lots of ten k have been put on the calendar as potencial goals.
What I have taken from the blog is that having support is key to helping with the journey hense today's reply after all these months.
In work today Saturday and I feel as fresh as paint that has to be good a good thing hey ?
Thanks Caroline
Your post could be my post, verbatim. Except for the sporty stuff. I over schedule myself so I'm not home alone to drink. Thanks for your post. I, too, have been watching this blog for a while. Glad you've gotten two weeks under your belt. I've got two days.
I'm new to your blog. Your words resonate with me. Loved/hate the part about your Mom. Same thing here. Thanks for your thoughtful writing.


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DAYTON, Ohio — A 19-year-old college student is improving after surviving a fall from a sixth-floor window of a University of Dayton residence hall.
The Dayton Daily News reports that Michael Fuchs is recovering from injuries sustained in the apparent fall from the Marycrest Complex residence hall on Saturday. A university official said his condition was "serious but improving."
Police and UD officials are investigating the cause of the fall.
It's the second time this month a freshman has fallen from the sixth floor of a university dorm. In the first incident, an 18-year-old man died in what the coroner's office ruled a suicide, but his parents are disputing the conclusion.
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Sandy Evans: saxophones
Toby Hall: drums
Brett Hirst: bass
James Greening: trombone
Alister Spence: piano
Hamish Stuart: drums (tracks 4 and 6)
"The starting point for my creative expression in this work is the breathtaking spectrum of colour that often fills the sky after a storm. To me, this is a symbol of the profound sense of hope that can occur after a time of intense grief. This suite is dedicated to my husband, Tony Gorman, and his journey of living with Multiple Sclerosis. It is an inspirational story full of hope and good humour and the music reflects this."
This group of musicians are long-term friends and collaborators and have a keen understanding of Sandy's musical concepts and a willingness to explore new ideas with imagination and creativity.
The suite incorporates the power and architectural unity of large scale form with the spontaneity of small group interaction and improvisation featuring some of Australia's most outstanding jazz soloists.
This work was commissioned by the Australia Council and was recorded by James Kennedy for ABC JazzTrack and ABC JazzRadio.


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Event at Havana House West11/7/13 8:30 PM
We are currently planning a big event at Havana House West. Details are to come. Stay tuned! -Mike
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Love the All-Talk, No-Action10/11/13 9:38 PM
Have to love the fact that there are certain nationwide organizations (whose names will be omitted) that claim they want to do everything they can to help states fight anti-cigar regulations, but then do nothing when presented with the opportunity. Just… Love it :). – Mike
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Vice Picks09/23/13 5:27 PM
Pretty soon I will be doing a Vice Picks with Havana House cigar stores. These are short videos where I talk with the guys over at Havana House about Tosa and we run a special for an entire month. Be sure to be on the lookout for the video!
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New Diet08/19/13 3:37 PM
So apparently, my cholesterol is really high and I have to start eating healthy. Cigars are not cut out, but my doctor told me that I have to really cut back on the bad food. Any suggestions on healthier eating is greatly appreciated. Keep in mind I am only 24 and I have high cholesterol. […]
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Update Regarding Ohio Premium Cigar Association08/9/13 7:04 PM
As promised, I am here to give an update on our progress launching the Ohio Premium Cigar Association. We are meeting with a potential lobbyist next week and the paperwork to create our organization is being filled out and filed. Furthermore, we have had retailers sign on to give money and help fight for cigar […]
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Drinks and Cigars08/3/13 4:32 PM
What is your favorite drink with a cigar? I constantly post this question because I think it is an extremely interesting one to hear answers to. I love coffee, water, and wine. Sometimes, I will do a little champagne. Let me know what you like!
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The Ohio Premium Cigars Association07/30/13 12:32 AM
Recently, I was approached about helping form an Ohio-based organization dedicated to fighting for cigar rights in the state. I am pleased to report that we are well on our way toward having a real presence in Columbus for the next time the legislature tries to raise taxes on cigars. We can use all the […]
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Ohio OTP Tax06/29/13 9:00 PM
Ohio this week authorized an increase in the sin tax on cigarillos, marking an incredible moment for the cigar industry. In a heavily Republican-controlled statehouse, the Republicans, who are supposed to be friends of cigars, decided to increase taxes on smaller cigars. True, manufacturers, like me, are not affected by this all that much. But […]
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Technology and nature hand in hand. Relaxation and concentration are complementary. Holistic approach without blinkers. Here customer teams provide motivation. New paths are sought and found. Our pavilion with its up-to-date infrastructure and breath-taking panorama over the Grisons Mountains.
- Innovation Pavilion.
- Electronics laboratory.
- Engineering offices with CAD, simulators, calculations.
- Workshop and production shop for test set-ups and prototypes.